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Straight to the Comments

Straight to the Comments
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Ever notice how comment sections reveal more than the headlines?

Lisa Williams and Sarah Illingworth dive into the internet's most revealing threads, from the biggest celebrity scandals to niche online subcultures, exploring what our online reactions say about the culture we are living in right now.

Each episode, they decode the psychological motivations and deeper media narratives of online com... more

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Lisa Williams
Co-host with a background as a former entertainment publicist, now a communications consultant, based in Norway.
Sarah Illingworth
Co-host, psychology graduate, and writer, based in Western Australia.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 161 ratings
  • Nuanced, intelligent and thought provoking

    Loving the nuanced takes and the intelligent decoding of pop culture. As well as all the 90s references!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sasilly123
    Australiaa month ago
  • Wonderful

    I wish I’d discovered this gem sooner!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Serpens187
    Australia2 months ago
  • Thought provoking and nuanced

    An intelligent take on celebrity culture

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Davinia111
    Australia2 months ago
  • Amazing!

    This podcast is quickly becoming one of my favourites. I highly recommend and can’t wait for the next episode 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Strj1604
    Australia2 months ago
  • Hit follow!!

    I absolutely love listening to these two ladies!! Highly recommend

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    5
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    Australia2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the warm rapport between the co-hosts, making them feel as though they are part of an engaging conversation among friends.
The show offers nuanced, intelligent takes with thoughtful analysis, often resonating with the audience's experiences and emotions.
Many praise the thorough research and insightful commentary on current cultural phenomena, highlighting the hosts' ability to encourage critical thinking about media narratives.

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This show offers a keen insight into the ways online comment sections reflect broader societal sentiments and cultural trends. By analyzing various internet threads, from celebrity controversies to niche subcultures, the hosts explore the psychological underpinnings of online commentary and the narratives that shape our understanding of the digital dialogue. Listeners can expect a mix of humor stemming from 90s nostalgia and British wit, all while uncovering the complexities of modern communication and the influences behind public opinion. The format is engaging and encourages critical thinking about the stories we consume and share online.

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Straight to the Comments launched 3 years ago and published 52 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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